Tuesday, June 6, 2023

The Little Things

 


There is the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number - living things both large and small. ~Psalm 104:25


June's glory comes in

A floral cluster, bold, brave

Invites hope and praise

For the wonders small

That prompt us to pray without

ceasing.  The little things.

Amen!

53 comments:

  1. Janet's birthday flowers were blue hydrangeas with white roses. They were pastel lovely. Little things make the difference.

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    1. What a lovely birthday gift that was, Glynn! And it's always the little things that turn out to matter the most.
      Love and blessings!

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  2. Thank you for a cheerful post, Martha.

    God bless.

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    1. I'm glad you enjoyed this, Victor.
      Love and blessings!

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  3. It's the little things we often miss Martha. Flowers mean nothing to me, nor do birds and butterflies, but my secretary absolutely loves them. She never fails to see the beauty in the small things. Now...if only Jo could get me to be a little more aware of (buying her) flowers. :)

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    1. Just put buying flowers on your to-do list, Bill. It doesn't have to be for any special occasion. In fact, when they appear out of the "blue," it becomes even more special.
      Love and blessings!

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  4. Wonderful prose my friend. Thank you for sharing.

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    1. You are so very welcome, J. D.!
      Love and blessings!

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  5. Amen and amen. The little things are biggest blessings indeed. love that pink!

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    1. Thank you, Marja! When we take time to notice, we realize that the little things can reveal the biggest blessings.
      Love and blessings!

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  6. Beautiful! Indeed the biggest blessings are little things -- hiding in plain sight.

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    1. "Hiding in plain sight . . ."
      That is so often the case, isn't it, Myra? May God give us eyes to see.
      Love and blessings!

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  7. Thank you for the reminder that the little things are important.

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  8. The little things all add up to become bigger things.

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    1. Amen, Bill! They certainly will.
      Love and blessings!

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  9. It's such fun to spot the little things and send up a celebratory "Thank you, Father" toward heaven. It's a bit like sharing a special secret together!

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    1. That's exactly what it's like, Nancy.
      Love and blessings!

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    1. Such great joy to be had in the little things, Jo-Anne, that's for sure.
      Love and blessings!

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  11. Beautiful! It's the little things, the daily miracles, that present the glory and presence of Christ, Creator of all.

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  12. I have always loved butterflies, birds and plants, and could never kill anything that comes into my garden, not even an ant. All of God's creation, both large and small, are there for a purpose. God bless.

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    1. For His purpose, Brenda, not ours. Yes, let us be respectful of God's marvelous creation.
      Love and blessings!

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  13. What a beautiful hydrangea! And Your poem is so lovely. Thank you for sharing this with us. Happy June!

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    1. It is gorgeous, Pamela; it's one we've had for several years now, and its blossoms this season are the best yet.
      Love and blessings!

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  14. Lovely, Martha. You have a beautiful gift.

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    1. Thanks so much for your kind words, Terri.
      Love and blessings!

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  15. Hope your June is off to a magical start Martha Jane!

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  16. Amen! Focusing on God and His creation is helping me through cancer. Loved the poem!

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  17. More and more I'm learning to notice the little things that bring wonder to our lives. God bless, Martha!

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    1. The little things are priceless, Karen.
      Love and blessings!

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  18. Bom dia, Marta
    Lindo versículo e reflexão, as pequenas coisas não tem preço, um forte abraço.

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    1. Thanks so much, Lucinalva. Yes, priceless is a great word for the little things.
      Love and blessings!

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  19. Beautiful pink Hydrangea! We tried planting two Hydrangea bushes and cooked them in the hot Florida sun. So thanks for sharing yours.

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    1. Good for you for trying, Barbara, but hydrangeas don't like Florida temps whatsoever. They seem to thrive here in North Georgia, and I so enjoy their blooms. Glad to share!
      Love and blessings!

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  20. Beautiful flower and words. This last year has reminded me how important "The little things" are. So many blessings surround us

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    1. Amen, Cheryl, they certainly do. We truly are surrounded by more blessings than we can possibly count.
      Love and blessings!

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  21. Amen!
    Indeed, there are big blessings in the little things.

    Hugs and blessings, Martha

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    1. Amen, Veronica - so many blessings in the little things.
      Love and blessings!

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  22. Beautiful. Wishing you a lovely week ahead. smiles

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    1. Thanks so much, Linda. May you have a lovely week, too!
      Love and blessings!

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  23. Blessings! How many little things are great blessings to us.
    Thanks for your encouraging words on my blog.

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    1. You are so welcome, David. Yes, the little things can certainly contain the biggest blessings.
      Love and blessings!

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    1. Isn't it beautiful, Haddock? Such a cheerful color.
      Love and blessings!

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  25. A salt shaker on my stove says, "Happiness is found in little things." I think you have captured that beautifully, Martha. Blessings.

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    1. Thanks for your kind words, my friend. I think I need to find something with that saying on it.
      Love and blessings!

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